2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE air filter

The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re-
place the filter:
1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents.
2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and
lower the door.
3. Pivot the glove compartment downward.
4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter
cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover.
5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of
the housing.
6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter
pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter
cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the
cover.
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CAUTION!
The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to
indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure
to properly install the filter will result in the need to
replace it more often.
7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to ensure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
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In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission
is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside
parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-
nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,
extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi-
tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and
underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
•Stone and gravel impact.
•Insects, tree sap and tar.
•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-
hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild
car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with
clear water.
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•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** X X X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first.XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter,
if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.X
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. X
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .218
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............629
Adding Fuel.............................550
Additives, Fuel...........................544
Airbag..................................69
Airbag Deployment........................79
Airbag Light.............................76
Airbag Maintenance........................81
Airbag, Side..............................72
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)................73
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . .616
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................618
Air Conditioning..........................418
Air Conditioning Controls...................418
Air Conditioning Filter.....................619
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................618
Air Conditioning System....................418
Air Pressure, Tires.........................519
Air Suspension...........................476Alarm, Panic.............................26
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............9
Antenna, Satellite Radio.....................369
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................628
Disposal.............................630
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................494
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................310
Anti-Theft System.........................312
Appearance Care.........................640
Assistance Towing.........................149
Assist, Hill Start..........................500
Auto Down Power Windows..................43
Automatic Dimming Mirror..................123
Automatic Door Locks......................36
Automatic Headlights......................198
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........422
Automatic Transmission....................448
Adding Fluid.........................639
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Event Data Recorder........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution........................50
Exhaust System...........................110
Exterior Lights...........................113
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................616
Air Conditioning.......................619
Engine Oil............................616
Engine Oil Disposal.....................616
Flashers................................582
Hazard Warning.......................582
Turn Signal...........................113
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................549
Engine Oil............................548
Fuel Requirements......................546
Maintenance..........................549
Replacement Parts......................549Starting..............................549
Flipper Glass, Liftgate.......................47
Flooded Engine Starting....................443
Fluid Capacities..........................659
Fluid Leaks.............................113
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................637
Brake...............................633
Engine Oil............................613
Power Steering........................490
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........660
Fog Lights..............................305
Fog Light Service.........................655
Folding Rear Seat.........................187
Forward Collision Warning..................241
Four-Way Hazard Flasher...................582
Four Wheel Drive.........................467
Operation............................467
Systems.............................467
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